Maine Swimming Holes

Maine has 3 named swimming holes on record across 2 counties. Types include lake coves and creek pools. 2 swimming holes are free to visit. 3 have a closure or hazard note on file.

  • Closed, or no soaking or swimming
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Showing 3 of 3 swimming holes

Name Water type Access Fee Status
Echo Lake Hancock County
Development Lake cove Access paved road Fee Acadia entrance fee / America the Beautiful pass Status Closure or warning on file
Smalls Falls Franklin County
Development Creek pool Access paved road Fee Free Status Closure or warning on file
Smalls Falls Gorge Franklin County
Development Creek pool Access paved road Fee Free Status Closure or warning on file
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Common questions

Where are the swimming holes in Maine?

3 named swimming holes are on record: Echo Lake, Smalls Falls, and Smalls Falls Gorge.

Are there free swimming holes in Maine?

Yes. No fee on record for Smalls Falls and Smalls Falls Gorge. Each page cites its source.

Are any swimming holes in Maine closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Echo Lake, Smalls Falls, and Smalls Falls Gorge. Each page has the dated detail.

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